W Abu Dhabi-Yas Island, Abu DhabiW Abu Dhabi-Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 7 of 13 hotels we score in Abu Dhabi. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.9 before correction: Booking.com 3.5, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.0. Rooms from about $235 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located on Yas Island, this 5-star hotel sits directly above the Yas Marina Formula 1 racetrack. It suits leisure travellers and motorsport fans who want immediate access to nearby attractions like Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld. The property features 499 rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the marina or the track. Facilities include several swimming pools, a spa, a gym, and multiple dining venues. The hotel follows specific eco-rules regarding mandatory cleaning protocols. While the design is contemporary, the balconies are notably narrow. The hotel provides valet parking and is pet-friendly.What stands out

Directly above the F1 racetrack

Close to major theme parks

Modern design and facilities

Pet friendly

Watch out for

Narrow balconies

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Doubletree Yas Island Residences, Abu Dhabi: 4.1 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), from $243 a night. Doubletree Yas Island Residences is a four-star hotel on Yas Island, located near Ferrari World and Warner Bros.